About the role
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in San Leandro, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/07/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) registered nurse position in a healthcare facility. The role involves providing specialized care to neonatal patients in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care setting. The position requires the ability to work night shifts and deliver high-quality patient care over the specified contract period.
Job Details:
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Schedule: Nights, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
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Required Qualifications:
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1-year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience
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Graduate of an accredited nursing program
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Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided)
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
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Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
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Level III Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) experience
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field
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Seven (7) years of recent experience in Level III NICU (within last ten years)
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Additional Information:
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The assignment is scheduled to start on 10/07/2026 and end on 01/02/2027.
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Enable Skills-Based Hiring: No
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Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
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Private housing or generous housing allowance
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Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
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Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
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Competitive salaries
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Referral bonuses
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Travel reimbursement
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401(k) retirement plan
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Direct deposit/free checking
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Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1313132. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
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